NewsNation - Robotic Camera Operator - Part-time

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Union benefits

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in New York is seeking a Part-Time Robotic Camera Operator to support live cable news broadcasts from our New York studios.

This role operates in a fully manual, director-driven control room environment and is responsible for delivering consistent, high-quality on-air visuals. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, works well under pressure, and can respond quickly and accurately to real-time direction during live and breaking news coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience operating studio cameras in a live TV environment.
• Proficiency with robotic camera control systems and live shot execution.
• Strong framing, exposure, and color balance understanding.
• Ability to perform under pressure during breaking news.

Responsibilities

• Operate robotic studio cameras and frame shots based on real-time direction.
• Execute smooth on-air camera movements in a live broadcast.
• Perform basic shading and color correction using waveform monitors.
• Maintain consistent framing and image quality across multiple cameras.
• Respond quickly to director cues in a fast-paced control room.
• Troubleshoot issues during live production and adjust as needed.
• Communicate clearly with directors and control room staff.
• Support multiple shows within a shift and work all assigned shifts.

Skills

Robotic cameras

Live TV production

Camera control

Color balancing

Communication

Team player

Pressure handling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Ross robotics

Sony RCPs

Cobalt

Job description

NewsNation is seeking a Part-Time Robotic Camera Operator to support live cable news broadcasts from our New York studios. This role operates in a fully manual, director-driven control room environment and is responsible for delivering consistent, high-quality on-air visuals. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, works well under pressure, and can respond quickly and accurately to real-time direction during live and breaking news coverage. This position requires flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, overnights, and holidays. This position is based in New York, NY and requires reporting to 220 E. 42nd St. It is covered under IBEW Local 1212.

Responsibilities

• Operate robotic studio cameras and frame shots based on real-time direction from the control room
• Execute smooth, precise on-air camera moves in a live broadcast environment
• Perform basic shading and color correction using waveform monitors and vector scopes
• Maintain consistent framing, exposure, and image quality across multiple cameras
• Respond quickly and accurately to director cues in a fast-paced, manual control room
• Troubleshoot technical issues and adjust as needed during live production
• Communicate clearly with directors and control room staff during all phases of production
• Support multiple shows and/or live segments within a shift as needed
• Work all shifts as assigned, including early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience operating studio cameras and/or robotic camera systems in a live television environment
• Proficiency in robotic camera control systems and live shot execution
• Strong understanding of framing, composition, exposure, and color balance
• Ability to accurately evaluate video quality, including color and shading
• Ability to perform under pressure in a live, breaking news environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team setting
• Proven problem-solving ability and adaptability during live production
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field preferred

Preferred Experience

• Experience with Ross robotic camera systems
• Experience with Sony RCPs and color correction tools (e.g., Cobalt)

Additional Information

This position is covered under IBEW Local 1212.

Compensation

$56.00 – $65.00 per hour

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

(NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.